News, sport and weather.
Main stories
Mexico City devastated by huge earthquake. Earthquake expert Dr George Housner explains why the city was so devastated. Shock waves recorded in Wellington.
Defence equipment needed for Skyhawks delayed in US. Dispute over ANZUS blamed.
Attempts by Deputy Prime Minister Palmer to patch up ANZUS dispute in Washington has been rejected by Secretary of State Schultz.
President Mitterand losing patience with his Defence Minister over the Rainbow Warrior. Interview with French Opposition member Francois D’Aubert.
Search for missing woman hitchhiker in Northland.
Missing yacht from Fiji turns up unscathed.
South Africa defence forces to withdraw from Angola after a raid on SWAPO bases.
Also in South Africa two young white men have been sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a black woman.
Government willingness to pay more for finance holds up interest rates
Tax changes in Australia. Income taxes reduced, tax shelters cut and perks and Capital Gains Tax imposed. All Australians will have to carry an ID card for tax and welfare purposes.
Management of the Tasman Pulp and Paper Mill has locked out members of the Pulp & Paper Workers Federation.
Long awaited report released on police handling of the Dunedin sex ring. Interview with Dunedin District Commander Ross MacLennan.
Angry farmers to defy unions and the Government over live sheep exports.
Carbon dating of archaeological site shows that Maori were living in Pouerua Pa in North Auckland from 1050 AD. Interview with archaeologist Dr Douglas Sutton.
NZ women writers take top prizes in the Wattie Book Awards.
Top Half
Auckland Chief Police Officer and Mayor Cath Tizard deny opposition claims that police have lost control in parts of Auckland.
Bowls players say game needs better administration and more publicity to attract sponsorship. Interview with World champion bowler Peter Bellis.
Taumarunui Hospital to stay open for now.
Huntly residents angry over State Coal’s plan to extend Long Wall Mine.